189th Infantry Brigade

🎖️ Honoring the Change of Command – 2-357th Infantry Battalion, 189th Infantry Brigade 🎖️

Today, the 2-357th Infantry Battalion, 189th Infantry Brigade, conducted a Change of Command ceremony at Watkins Field on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, as Lt. Col. Christopher Zagursky relinquished command to Lt. Col. Gregory Benjamin.

We extend our deepest gratitude to Lt. Col. Zagursky and his family for their commitment, sacrifice, and steadfast support throughout his time in command. His leadership, dedication to Soldiers, and contributions to the Raider Battalion have made a lasting impact on the unit and its mission. 💐

We are proud to welcome Lt. Col. Benjamin and his family to the Raider team. As he assumes command, we look forward to his leadership, experience, and vision as he guides the battalion into its next chapter while continuing to uphold excellence and readiness across the formation. ⭐️

Thank you to the Soldiers, families, friends, and distinguished guests who joined us in recognizing this significant milestone and honoring the transition of leadership. 🎖️

📸 Staff Sgt. Ebony Washington/ 189th Infantry Brigade Public Affairs

First Army | First Army Division East | Joint Base Lewis-McChord

The 189th Infantry Brigade gathered at Farrelli’s Pizza for a Hail and Farewell, May 28th, 2026, recognizing the Soldiers and Families who have recently joined the team and those moving on to their next assignment.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the evening a success. We wish our departing teammates the very best in their next chapter and look forward to the impact our newest members will make across the brigade.

📸 Photos by Staff Sgt. Ebony Washington/189th Infantry Brigade PAO

First Army Division East | First Army | Joint Base Lewis-McChord